Tuesday Toolbox - November 12, 2019

Holiday Party & Installation of Officers December 10th, 5:00 p.m. The HBAGTA Annual Holiday Party & Installation of Officers will be held at the Great Wolf Lodge on Tuesday, December 10th @ 5:00 p.m. Wear your favorite ugly Christmas sweater (hopefully you only have one!) and compete in our contest! Spread some holiday cheer to a deserving child by bringing a toy for the Fox for Tots Toy Drive. The Great Wolf Lodge is offering a special room rate that night for HBA members! Deadline for room reservation is Nov. 15th. Tickets are only $45 so bring your whole crew! Contact Najwa at 231-946-2305 to purchase tickets or buy online by clicking the link under the ugly sweater!

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Your HBAM Region 1 VP Steve Eveleigh Recently Elected At the State conference in October, Steve Eveleigh of Northwest Carpentry was elected as the Region 1 VP, representing Northern Michigan. As a Past President of our own association, Steve has a great grasp of how decisions on the statewide level impact our local builders and industry. Congratulations Steve on your election! Steve has pledged to be a conduit between the state organization and local associations. Reach out to Steve with your concerns and thoughts. He will work with all the associations in our region. Contact Steve Eveleigh at steve@northwestcarpentry.com

Home EXPO 2020 Opportunities Abound! Registration for EXPO 2020 is now open to ALL HBA members! Only 15 booths left - don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to promote your business! Being a sponsor is another great way to spotlight your business. Join Precision Plumbing & Heating, DTE Energy, Lake Michigan Credit Union, Honor Onekama Building Supply, TAAR, and Builders FirstSource in sponsoring this prestigious event! Contact Naj today with any questions, 231-946-2305. Thank You 2020 EXPO Sponsors!

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Strike Up the Band and Join the Parade! Act Now and Receive a Discount! Showcase your craftsmanship in one or the most popular events in Northern Michigan. The Parade of Homes will be marching through June 18-21, 2020 and now is the time to enter! Return your contract by November 15th and receive a discount of $250!  Contact Naj with any questions.

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Early Bird Pricing Ends November 15th! IBS 2020 - January 21st-23rd HBA members will save $150 on their registration fee if they register before the November 15th early bird deadline! Only at IBS can you connect with thousands of your home building peers, industry experts and manufacturers to exchange ideas, discuss challenges and access real business solutions. Don’t miss your chance to get cutting-edge, first-hand information on hot topics, trends and technology, discover new products and find effective ways to enhance and optimize your business.

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What Do Millennials Really Want? Study Reveals Top Bathroom Desires NAHB recently published a study that reveals the most important features millennials look for in a home. The research also reveals a wide disparity between the desires of millennials and our senior population, when it comes to desirable bathroom features. Read a review of the study by clicking here: STUDY RESULTS!

Team Bob's 10th Annual Coat Drive Now Thru November 15th IT'S HERE! This year, Team Bob's is celebrating their 10th Annual Coat Drive! They are collecting new and/or gently used winter apparel of all sizes for families in need! All donations will be given to The Father Fred Foundation to be distributed right here in our community. Stop by the corner of S. Airport and Park Street to make a donation at our 24 hour drop box, or give your donations to a service tech in your home and receive $5 off your furnace tune-up or $10 off your service repair!

Please help us keep our community warm this winter!!

People Are Looking For You! 2020 Membership Directory People are stopping by and calling the HBA on a regular basis looking for qualified professionals and we always direct them to our print and online membership directory. Make sure you stand out! Return your advertising form today! ALL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY ADS ARE FULL COLOR! Ad Deadline is December 13, 2019 Contact  Debbie   with any questions, 231-946-2305. Advertising Form

Kalkaska Construction Codes Looking for an Inspector and a Code Official Kalkaska County Construction Code Office is accepting applications for Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector and Building Codes Official. The purpose of the inspector position is to conduct plumbing & mechanical inspections of all residential, commercial and industrial construction to insure that they meet the International Plumbing and Mechanical Code and the Michigan Residential Code. READ MORE

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

CPR & First Aid Certification Class Nov. 22, 2019 9am-1pm

MIOSHA Scaffolds & Scaffold Platforms Nov. 21, 2019 8:30am-4pm

MIOSHA 10-Hr Construction 2-Day Seminar Dec. 11 & 12, 2019 8:30am-4pm

Click on an icon to register for a class or visit our website hbagta.com/upcoming-classes or contact Debbie @ 231-946-2305

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